<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Hitchhiker’s Guide to the 5K, 10K, &amp; Half Marathon</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f680; Don&#39;t Panic. Just Run. &#x1f3c3;‍♂️&#x1f3c3;‍♀️</span></h3>
<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Greetings, Earthlings and Extraterrestrial Enthusiasts!</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Whether you&#39;re escaping imminent planetary destruction, outrunning intergalactic bureaucrats, or just here for a good time (and some really cool swag), we’ve got the race for you!</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Prepare to embark on a 5K, 10K &amp; Half Marathon journey through space and time, where the answer is 42, but the question is… how fast can you run?</span></h3>
<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">What’s Included in Your Galactic Race Experience?</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f6f8; <strong>Alien-Themed Start &amp; Finish Line</strong> – Get beamed up into the best running experience in the universe!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4f8; <strong>Epic Alien Photo Opps </strong>– Selfies with extraterrestrial beings? Yes, please.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4a7;<strong> On-Course Water Station </strong>– Stay hydrated, but don’t worry—no suspicious Pan Galactic Gargle Blasters here.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4f7; <strong>Free Downloadable Race Photos</strong> – Evidence that you outran the interdimensional time vortex.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">⏱ <strong>Chip-Timed Results</strong> – Because even in deep space, precision matters.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f3c6; <strong>Age Division Awards </strong>– Celebrate your human (or non-human) speed within your age group!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f680; <strong>Special Awards for Top 3 Male &amp; Female Finishers in Each Distance </strong>– For those who truly defy the laws of physics.</span></h3>
<h3><strong>Race Swag That’s Out of This World!</strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f455; &#34;<strong>Don&#39;t Panic. Just Run.&#34;</strong> Poly-Cotton Tee – Sustainably made, printed with non-toxic ink, and guaranteed to boost your cool factor by at least 42%.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f300; A Special<strong> 42 Cooling Towel</strong> – Because every great hitchhiker (and runner) knows that a towel is the most important thing you can carry.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f3c5; <strong>Finisher Medal</strong> – A cosmic memento proving you’ve mastered the art of running and intergalactic survival.</span></h3>
<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">The Finish Line Festival</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">After crossing the finish line (and possibly discovering the meaning of life), stick around for an epic post-race celebration, complete with music, good vibes, and some out-of-this-world fun.</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Sign Up Before the Infinite Improbability Drive Kicks In!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Spots are limited, and once they’re gone, they’re lost forever in the void of space. So grab your towel, lace up your running shoes, and register now!</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4cc;<strong> Final Note:</strong> 42 is the answer, but what’s the question? We’re not sure, but running this race might just get you closer to finding out. &#x1f680;</span></h3>
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<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Race Details &amp; Location</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4cd; <strong>Location:</strong> 5400 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803</span></h3>
<h3>    <span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <strong>Half Marathon: 7AM Start</strong></span></h3>
<h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f3c3;‍♂️ <strong>Distances: </strong>5K &amp; 10K</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">⏰ <strong>Start Time: </strong>8:00 AM</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f39f; <strong>Bib Pick-Up:</strong> Opens at 7:30 AM on race day</span></h3>
<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Packet Pick-Up &amp; Parking</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f4e6; <strong>Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up: </strong>Available starting at 7:00 AM on race morning. No need to panic—just arrive early to grab your bib and race swag!</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f697;<strong> Parking: </strong>Beach lot parking is $15.00 – Cash is highly recommended to keep the line moving quickly.</span></h3>
<h3><strong><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Awards Ceremony</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">&#x1f3c6; <strong>Awards Ceremony:</strong> 9:45 AM – Stick around to celebrate your achievement, pick up age division awards, and cheer on the top finishers in each distance!</span></h3>
<h3><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Get ready for an out-of-this-world race experience at one of SoCal’s most scenic beach locations! &#x1f30a;</span></h3>

Hitchhiker's Guide to Running - 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon - Race Reviews